[stosh]

I need to buy 4 new tires for my 2 XC bikes. It's just for me and my daughter to ride some local trails nothing super tech but there are some rocky climbs etc...

I was looking for "affordable" tires in the 26x2.1 range that are a good all around tire. I was looking at some of the Panaracer FIRE XC pro's that are still around because they always served me well. Any thoughts?

Thanks for the help.

 

[jonKranked]

i might have some stuff that would suit your needs. will look later.

 

[stosh]

i might have some stuff that would suit your needs. will look later.

Awesome thanks! Got any Shimano 8spd rear shifters? The one on my daughters bike gave up the ghost at the end of last season.

 

[MikeD]

I have been amazed at my Maxxis Aggressors in 2.3; not too wide, not too skinny. Corner like a DHish tire but roll pretty fast. Might be avail in 2.1? Dunno. (edit: Nope, but the 2.3 is really, really great...)

 

[stosh]

I have been amazed at my Maxxis Aggressors in 2.3; not too wide, not too skinny. Corner like a DHish tire but roll pretty fast. Might be avail in 2.1? Dunno. (edit: Nope, but the 2.3 is really, really great...)

Awesome, thank you. I think I can fit a 2.3 on my bike. I'll double check but thanks for the heads up!

 

[MikeD]

If you need measurements on my bike (old Mavic wider UST rims...) I can take

 

[jonKranked]

Got any Shimano 8spd rear shifters

possible but unlikely.

 

[jonKranked]

I have been amazed at my Maxxis Aggressors in 2.3; not too wide, not too skinny. Corner like a DHish tire but roll pretty fast. Might be avail in 2.1? Dunno. (edit: Nope, but the 2.3 is really, really great...)

i think i might have 1 or 2 maxxis advantage in 2.1 i'd be willing to part with. the 2.4's you'd have to fight me to the death.

 

[SkaredShtles]

possible but unlikely.

Will check also... may have one.

 

[jonKranked]

no 8 spd shifters. i seem to recall going straight to 9 speed from 7 speed. just like i skipped to 11 spd from 9.

 

[stosh]

possible but unlikely.

I found a cheap new set on Amazon. Probably just going to order them.

Amazon.com : SHIMANO SL-M360 Acera Shifter Set (3x8 Speed) : Bike Shifters And Parts : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com : SHIMANO SL-M360 Acera Shifter Set (3x8 Speed) : Bike Shifters And Parts : Sports & Outdoors

smile.amazon.com

 

[stosh]

Will check also... may have one.

Awwww thanks, you guys are the best!

 

[jonKranked]

I found a cheap new set on Amazon. Probably just going to order them.

you could probably find a 9 speed group super cheap as well.

 

[stosh]

you could probably find a 9 speed group super cheap as well.

The 8 speed is fine for my daughter who is almost big enough for my wife's old bike which I'm trying to fit her on.

 

[jonKranked]

The 8 speed is fine for my daughter who is almost big enough for my wife's old bike which I'm trying to fit her on.

bike industry lizards disapprove.

 

[Westy]

I have several conti mountain kings and cross kings I will probably never use.

 

[stosh]

Found an 8 speed xt shifter in my tool box. Woot woot. I’ll see if it works.

 

[wasrika548]

Found an 8 speed xt shifter in my tool box. Woot woot. I’ll see if it works.

If that won't work let me know. I can help you with some.

 

[stosh]

If that won't work let me know. I can help you with some.

Huzzah, it worked!!!

My daughter is up and riding and loving the full suspension.

 

[V_Dub925]

I have several conti mountain kings and cross kings I will probably never use.

I have been running xKings on my trail bike and they roll incredibly fast but offer little to no protection. If flats aren't an issue, they are awesome on flow trails.